2 shot, wounded near Musikfest in Bethlehem

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Wednesday, August 6, 2014
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As many as 10 people were taken into custody following a shootout near Musikfest.

BETHLEHEM, Pa. (WPVI) -- As many as 10 people were taken into custody following a shootout near Musikfest in Bethlehem on Tuesday night.

Police say they were trying to break up a large crowd about two miles from the concert when somebody starting shooting.

One person was shot in the hip, another in the groin.

Both victims were rushed to Lehigh Valley Hospital where they are listed in stable condition.

So far, none of the suspects being questioned have been charged.

People nearby said officers were quick to respond to the incident.

"The cops came down Main, the guys running, just got cut off," said Anthony Bas. "And then, over by the Sunoco, there was just cops all over there. They swarmed in. It was just a matter of seconds."

Police said their investigation is continuing.

If you have any information, you're asked to call 911 or Bethlehem police detectives at 610-865-7187.